Celestron · Updated July 2026
Celestron Inspire 100AZ: price & specs
Celestron Inspire 100AZ. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: celestron.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Celestron Inspire 100AZ is listed at $359.95 on celestron.com as of 2026-07-27, #5 cheapest of 10 telescopes (median $430); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Gold Deskmark — 66/100 pay-blind standing, #3 of 11 in class.
Verified Jul 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Price history
$359.95Is the Celestron Inspire 100AZ a good buy?
At $360, the Celestron Inspire 100AZ is #5 cheapest of the 10 telescopes we track, where the median is $440. On the spec sheet, its aperture of 100 mm is below the median of the 12, its focal length of 660 mm is below the median of the 12, and its highest useful magnification of 241 is below the median of the 12.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $359.95 — current on record (was $379.95) |
|---|---|
| Brand | Celestron |
| Released | — |
| Type | refractor |
| Aperture (mm) | 100 |
| Focal length (mm) | 660 |
| Focal ratio | f/6.5 |
| Mount type | alt_az |
| Highest useful magnification | 241 |
| Weight (lb) | 12.4 |
Source: celestron.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by optcorp.com. Re-verified on celestron.com: aperture 100 mm, focal length 660 mm, f/6.5, manual alt-azimuth mount, 12.4 lb total kit weight, 241x highest useful magnification, MSRP $379.95. OPT Telescopes page exists and corroborates price at $359.95.
Is the Celestron Inspire 100AZ worth it vs cheaper telescopes?
Celestron Inspire 100AZ against its closest cheaper and pricier telescopes on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 10 ranked
| Product | Price | Type | Aperture (mm) | Focal length (mm) | Focal ratio | Mount type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestron Inspire 100AZ this | $359.95 | refractor | 100 | 660 | f/6.5 | alt_az |
| Sky-Watcher Heritage 150P | $313.95 | dobsonian | 150 | 750 | f/5 | alt_az |
| Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ | $499.95 | reflector | 130 | 650 | f/5 | alt_az |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Celestron Inspire 100AZ cost?
The Celestron Inspire 100AZ has a US price of $359.95, as of 2026-07-27.
How does the Celestron Inspire 100AZ compare on price?
At $360, the Celestron Inspire 100AZ is #5 cheapest of the 10 telescopes we track, where the median is $440.
Has the Celestron Inspire 100AZ's price dropped?
Yes — since 2026-06-27 the Celestron Inspire 100AZ has fallen 5.3%, from $379.95 to $359.95.
What is the lowest price the Celestron Inspire 100AZ has been?
The lowest we have recorded for the Celestron Inspire 100AZ is $359.95 on 2026-07-27 — which is its current price.
Is now a good time to buy the Celestron Inspire 100AZ?
At $359.95, the Celestron Inspire 100AZ is at the lowest price we have recorded since 2026-06-27.
What are the Celestron Inspire 100AZ's key specs?
Celestron Inspire 100AZ (Celestron): type refractor, aperture mm 100, focal length mm 660, focal ratio f/6.5, mount type alt_az. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $359.95 at celestron.com, 2026-07-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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